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Mentor Information

C. "Griff" Griffin, griffinc@gvsu.edu

Department

Biology

Location

Kirkhof Center 1104

Start Date

13-4-2011 11:30 AM

End Date

13-4-2011 12:00 PM

Keywords

Environment, Social Science

Abstract

Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness (NDW) is, like many such areas, under constant threat of overuse. It is the only wilderness in Michigan's Lower Peninsula, which attaches to it an added pressure as well as value for those seeking primitive and pristine natural areas in its vicinity. This study will, using ArcGIS software to create overlays, evaluate which areas of NDW are receiving the highest use, analyze overall camping suitability, and determine the likelihood that a region will be subject to illegal activity. This analysis will help to show which areas should be most closely monitored and/or restored to maintain their value as wilderness.

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Apr 13th, 11:30 AMApr 13th, 12:00 PM

Analysis of Illegal Use and Suitability of Camping in Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness

Kirkhof Center 1104

Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness (NDW) is, like many such areas, under constant threat of overuse. It is the only wilderness in Michigan's Lower Peninsula, which attaches to it an added pressure as well as value for those seeking primitive and pristine natural areas in its vicinity. This study will, using ArcGIS software to create overlays, evaluate which areas of NDW are receiving the highest use, analyze overall camping suitability, and determine the likelihood that a region will be subject to illegal activity. This analysis will help to show which areas should be most closely monitored and/or restored to maintain their value as wilderness.